A state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing Suite (AMS) has launched at Newcastle College following a £3million investment. The suite has been developed in direct response to the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) and key industry recommendations, ensuring students gain practical experience with industry-standard equipment that addresses skills gaps within local industry.
The equipment at the facility includes:
- 8 new manual lathes
- A suite of manual milling machines
- Robot arms
- 8 new Festo Electro pneumatic trainers
- Industry 4.0 trainer
- 16 3D printers
- 8 new CNC milling machines
- Powered guillotine and press brake
Newcastle College University Centre Engineering Students Showcase Dissertation Topics to Employers
Engineering students from Newcastle College University Centre experienced an incredible mini-conference at the Engineering Showcase 2025 in March.
Joined by a number of engineering employers from across the North East, students took part in ‘speed-dating’ career sessions, giving them the perfect opportunity to network as well as present their dissertation topics through poster presentations.
The day kicked off with an inspiring opening address from Baker Hughes, and a unique employer panel in a ‘blind date’ style to round off the event.